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Lilford Woods — 5.3 km Running Route

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Lilford Woods is a 5.3 km (3.3 miles) loop in Wigan, England: flat, with 12 m of climb, on mixed ground.

12 mAscent
Paved40%Paved
0/5Hilly
Lilford Woods running route
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Explore the Lilford Woods

Location: Wigan, England

Discover the peaceful Lilford Woods, a tranquil 5.3km route in Wigan that's ideal for a refreshing jog or a scenic walk. This largely flat, paved course begins on Bee Fold Lane, guiding you alongside Atherton Brook and then looping anti-clockwise around the serene woodland.

With minimal ascent and entirely paved surfaces, this route is perfect for convenient training runs, pushchair-friendly outings, or a relaxed run amidst nature. Enjoy the quiet woodland surrounds as you complete the circuit, rejoining Bee Fold Lane via Langley Platt Lane.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.3 km loop in Wigan, England with around 12 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 2 metres of climb per kilometre, 12 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's roughly half paved (40%) and half trail. Light trail shoes are the safest pick, especially after rain.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.3 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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